Knife Fight

A Political Drama That Wants To Be Shocking And Incendiary, But Plays It Way Too Safe
Part satire, part expose, part commentary, the political drama "Knife Fight" targets some pretty familiar topics. Unfortunately, it doesn't do so in a new or illuminating way. Saying that the American political process is corrupt AND unscrupulous is like preaching to the choir. Is there anyone left with the idealism necessary to make this thought even remotely controversial or incendiary? Just watching the smear campaigns, the Internet rumors, and the negative press during every election season, it seems pretty clear that it is a flawed system (perhaps even irreparably flawed). There is no civility, but a policy of doing whatever necessary to gain the upper hand. That said, there have been some brilliant films to address the subject that were both merciless and unforgettable. "Knife Fight," in the end, doesn't offer anything to the debate. It's pleasant, watchable, and has an attractive and likable cast and maybe that's enough for some. But it lacks teeth, surprise, and true...

don't
looks like it ought to be better than it is. didactic, disjointed, can't decide on a story line, no sympathetic characters. problem is in writing and editing. okay directing, good acting, even a few good scenes.
on the whole this movie asks the question "why bother?" the answer is "don't". better to watch the preview and imagine the movie you would make.
better yet watch a couple of old "west wing" episodes.

Good Movie
I haven't seen the movie yet , But I did enjoy being in the movie and working with the stars.

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